CLT Movement Imagines its Future

In This Issue: Storytelling Makes the Case for Affordable Housing ● The CLT Movement Imagines its Future ● Q: Is Rental Housing a Rural Issue? ● A Case for Rural Investment ● Also: Jobs ● Events ● In Case You Missed It +

Week of October 21 In This Issue: Is Rental Housing a Rural Issue? ● Storytelling Makes the Case for Affordable Housing ● A Case for Rural Investment ● The CLT Movement Imagines its Future ● Also: Jobs ● Events ● In Case You Missed It + The Community Land Trust Movement Imagines Its Future Steve Dubb, Nonprofit Quarterly The 50th anniversary of New Communities Inc. was an opportunity for celebration and reflection—some of it critical—about the CLT movement. Read Full Article Small Numbers, Great Expectations: A Case for Rural Investment Suzanne Anarde, Rural LISC The demand for big projects that promise big-figure results is a litmus test built around an urban context. This focus on the size of outcomes fails to understand what impact looks like in rural places. Read Full Article Storytelling Makes the Case for Affordable Housing Tai Coates and Moha Thakur, National Housing Trust To increase public support for investment in affordable housing, we must build a broader coalition by . . . Read Full Article Is Rental Housing a Rural Issue? Shelterforce Staff Yes! Although homeownership rates are higher in rural areas, there is still a significant rural population that needs rental housing. For example . . . Read Full Article Events Tuesday, Oct. 29, 3 p.m. ET | Webinar | Utilizing Local Policy to Strengthen Our Communities |  In this webinar the National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders will discuss the structure and function of local government, as well as strategies to move local policy forward for the benefit of Latino communities, small businesses, and low- to moderate- income families. Register here. Opportunities The Center on Rural Innovation and Rural Innovation Strategies Inc. have announced a competitive application process for rural communities to join the initiative to advance the creation of digital jobs and entrepreneurship strategies across America. Learn more and apply here. We only list free events and resources of national interest. To learn about advertising, click here. Rolls up better than your computer, opens faster than your smartphone, instant power on, works anywhere you go! Subscribe to Shelterforce in print! Shelterforce, the original voice of community development! You Said It On “Racial Diversity in Community Development Leadership: A Roundtable Discussion on the Field’s Past, and Its Future” John Holdsclaw IV: Hated to miss this. Important topic for the community development field. Must read. #RVP2019. Via Twitter On “A Radically Different Planning Process in Brownsville” Lou Tisler: Isn't it time that we all become the new radicals? 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In Case You Missed It A Radically Different Planning Process in Brownsville New Communities Inc. at 50: Thoughts on Identity and a Different Way Forward When the Homeless Took Over HUD Tries to Kill Disparate Impact Test The State of Shared-Equity Homeownership Why Health and Housing Partnerships Are Hard Sign up for Shelterforce Weekly! Jobs Tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Real Estate Development, New Orleans, LA ● This position will support our educational mission in the teaching of real estate development at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, while contributing to the development of our urban research agenda in the areas of social impact, cultural preservation, and . . . Read Full Listing Real Estate Development Manager, Charlottesville, VA ● The Real Estate Development Manager is responsible for managing the entire development process of large, complex affordable multi-family projects, including feasibility analysis, acquisition, deal structuring, design development, financing, public approvals, construction, and close-out. Primary . . . Read Full Listing Deputy Executive Director, Providence, RI ● This position will oversee all federal programs at RIHousing. It will work closely with department directors to administer, adapt and develop programs and mortgage business lines that suit the rapidly changing nature of affordable housing and constituent needs. As Deputy Executive . . . Read Full Listing Manufactured Housing Project Manager, Sherwood, OR ● Casa of Oregon is seeking an individual who is committed to social change and is ready to work with residents and stakeholders in creating wealth and stability. The ideal candidate is a curious, motivated and mission-driven individual who can navigate the needs of multiple. . . Read Full Listing Executive Director, Nashville, TN ● The Executive Director is the key management leader of New Level CDC. The Executive Director oversees the administration, programs and strategic direction of the organization. Other key duties include housing development, fundraising (specifically housing development grants), grant administration. . . Read Full Listing Executive Director, Louisville, KY ● The Center for Neighborhoods is seeking a motivated, skilled Executive Director with experience in nonprofit administration and grassroots community planning and development. We are seeking someone to lead the organization into its next chapter of growth through. . . Read Full Listing Executive Director, Montclair, NJ ● Launched in 2011, The Essex Community Land Trust (ECLT) strengthens communities by providing permanently affordable housing and financial empowerment opportunities for low- to moderate-income individuals and working families throughout Essex County. ECLT is looking for an executive director to manage. . . Read Full Listing Click here to post a job! More Jobs Vice President, Training, Washington, D.C.● NeighborWorks America Senior Director, Strategic Lending Initiatives, Oakland, CA ● Capital Impact Partners Staff Attorney, New York, NY ● New Economy Project Editor, Miriam Axel-Lute Managing Editor, Lillian M. Ortiz Senior Editor/Development Manager, Keli A. 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